Seed Treatment

Seed protectants are an important tool for farmers. Through controlling soil-borne insects via a micro-coating on seed, growers will see even germination, stronger plant development and more even flowering.

Pacific Seeds only treats seed of the highest germination, genetic and physical integrity. Once treated, Pacific Seeds markets this seed under the Elite®

brand.

There is evidence that the true yield potential of a crop is established during the first few weeks after the seeds are sown. This is where Elite® treated seed gives an edge. By protecting the seed and seedling against insect damage in its early stages of growth, the crop potential is maximised.

To meet the increased demands for treated seed, Pacific Seeds has on site a state of the art seed treatment plant. This plant allows Pacific Seeds to apply chemical treatments, available only to professional seed treaters, ensuring the highest quality specifications for seed protectants.

Advantages of selling and planting Pacific Seeds treated seed for both resellers and producers include:

•  Even application of chemicals at the correct rate;
•  Correct treatment levels for maximum efficacy and minimum environmental impact;
•  A reduction in the health and safety issues of treating seed on farm;
•  A combination of treatments can be applied.
• Traditionally the application of chemical dressings to planting seed has been flawed by the use of inaccurate calibration techniques and aging equipment, often resulting in less than ideal protection.

Pacific Seeds pre-treated seed is tested and tagged after treatment, so not only are you receiving the added benefit of convenience and time savings, but a warranty for product performance along with the assurance that all seed is treated by a professional team using state of the art technology.

The demand for Elite® treated seed is increasing as more and more farmers experience the benefits and profits of Elite® treated seed for themselves.